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ごまをする
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word ごまをする.
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Idiomatic expression
to flatter; to toady (to); to curry favor (with); to butter up; to grind sesame seeds
Examples
あいつ、上司に胡麻を擂ってやがる。
He is buttering up to his boss.
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